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Building Inspector - Greater Columbus, OH Area SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide ... Electrical Safety Inspector (ESI) Specialization/Endorsement is a plus * Interim certifications may ...

Electrical Safety Inspector (ESI) Specialization/Endorsement is a plus * Interim certifications may ... Building Department services. SAFEbuilt invests in developing our employees, exploring innovative ...

Building Inspector II

Westerville, OH · On-site

$69K - $104K/yr

A certification and/or strong background in Electric Safety Inspections is preferred. ESSENTIAL ... Building Official; receive additional guidance from the City Codified Ordinances and the City of ...

Safety Coordinator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Our Client is an expert in MEP building systems and provides integrated, full lifecycle solutions ... Responsibilities: - Tour and inspect smaller or larger complex job sites to ensure compliance with ...

... 11) building access/security systems and 12) all other safety systems and equipment on campus ... Performs visual inspections to identify safety issues that are a risk to the community and ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for building safety inspector in the United States is $68,881.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Building Inspector 2

Westerville, OH • On-site

SAFEbuilt
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


SAFEbuilt rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Building Inspector - Greater Columbus, OH Area
SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country, with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each Team member values integrity, improvement, service, teamwork, and respect. These Core Values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers, our clients, residents, and anyone invested in the continued success of their community.
We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Building Inspector to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. You’ll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Perform field inspections during various stages of construction
  • Read and examine plans and specifications when required
  • Report violations and maintain files/records
  • Perform other related duties as required
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:
  • Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
  • Interpretation of codes in the field and ability to provide code compliant solutions
  • Must possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:
  • OH Residential/Limited Commercial (RLC) (Lvl 3) Building Inspector Certification required
    • Electrical Safety Inspector (ESI) Specialization/Endorsement is a plus
    • Interim certifications may be accepted
  • Additional OH Certifications are a plus
  • Experience in municipal code inspections preferred
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility amp; Movement:

  • Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections.

  • Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas.

  • Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25–50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).

Vision amp; Hearing:

  • Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details.

  • Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection.

  • Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.


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